If you’ve visited SeaWorld Orlando recently, you may have noticed an unwelcome surprise when making a purchase. The park has quietly increased its controversial surcharge from 5% to 9%, affecting …
Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
New Change in Disney’s Haunted Mansion Ride Has Guests Loving or Hating It
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegOne of Walt Disney’s quotes about Disneyland was that it would always be changing. Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Credit Card Recap: Universal Rewards Plus Visa
by joehegby joehegIt’s been a while since Universal theme parks had their own credit card, which is surprising considering their main competitor, Disney, has long offered a specialized card with exclusive benefits …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Behind-The-Scenes Stuff Only Disney Employees Are Supposed To See
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegDisney parks have always had a bit of mystery to them, and that’s done on purpose. Using terminology from the concept of “putting on a show,” the areas that customers …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
The Little-Known Airport On Walt Disney World Property
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegMost visitors to Walt Disney World (WDW) fly to Central Florida and land at Orlando International Airport (although some fly into Sanford or even Melbourne). From there, they take ground …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
When We Had Dinner Inside Walt Disney World’s Haunted Mansion
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWe pull out this moldy oldie (originally written in 2017) every couple of years, in celebration of Halloween. It truly was unique, fun experience. Enjoy, travel friends! Way back when, …
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Video: SeaWorld Orca Splashes Poop-Filled Water on Audience
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf there was ever a reason not to sit in the “splash zone,” this is it. Theme parks have offered trained animals as entertainment for as long as there have …
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The Rise & Fall Of What Would Have Been Disney’s 3rd Theme Park In The USA
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe Walt Disney Company is well known for coming up with ideas that never come to fruition. From Lilliputian Land and WestCOT at Disneyland to the Beastly Kingdom and Disney’s …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Marriott’s New Disney Resort: Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa
by joehegby joehegMarriott Bonvoy holds a significant advantage over other hotel chains regarding Walt Disney World properties. That’s because it’s the sole chain with official Disney hotels, including the Swan, Dolphin, and …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
Free Food! Universal Orlando Offering its First Theme Park Dining Card
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegFor years, Walt Disney World has offered what they call their Disney Dining Plan. During the times when the plan was available, guests could obtain a limited number of free …